India–South Korea Strategic Partnership General Studies Paper II: Agreements Related to or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung visited India and held high-level talks with the Indian Prime Minister, where both nations signed multiple agreements under India–South Korea Special Strategic Partnership and set an ambitious target to […]
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7th Edition of Trade Watch Quarterly Report General Studies Paper III: Growth & Development Why in News? Recently, the 7th Edition of Trade Watch Quarterly Report was released by NITI Aayog. The report presents a data-driven assessment of India’s Q3 FY2025–26 trade performance. Highlights of 7th Edition Trade Watch Quarterly (Q3 FY2025–26) Global Trade:
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Scientists Warn of Super El Niño Risk General Studies Paper III: Climate Change, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? Recently, scientists warn a potential “super El Niño” could emerge in 2026 as Pacific warming intensifies, with 60% probability of formation, raising risks of extreme heat and weak monsoons in India. What is El
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Japan Extracts Deep-Sea Rare Earth Elements General Studies Paper III: Mineral and Energy Resources, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? Recently, Japan successfully extracted rare-earth-rich seabed mud from deep-sea at a depth of about 6,000 m near Minamitorishima, marking a world’s first technological breakthrough. Highlights of Japan’s Deep-Sea Rare Earth Mining Achievement Project
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Supreme Court PAN India Road Safety Directions General Studies Paper II: Public Policy, Issues Relating to Development, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Supreme Court issued pan-India road safety directions mandating helmet enforcement, strict regulation of highways and time-bound compliance by States to reduce accidents and fatalities. Highlights of Supreme Court
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Harivansh Re-elected Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman General Studies Paper II: Parliament, Indian Constitution Why in News? Recently, Harivansh Narayan Singh was re-elected unopposed as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman for a historic third consecutive term, becoming the first nominated member to hold the post. Who is Harivansh Narayan Singh? About: Harivansh Narayan Singh (born 30
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Women Reservation Bill Fails in Lok Sabha General Studies Paper II: Indian Constitution and Statutory Bodies, Parliament, Equality & Development Why in News? Recently, the Women’s Reservation Bill failed in Lok Sabha as the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 could not secure the required two-thirds majority, despite aiming to operationalise the already enacted Constitution
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India Joins UK-France led Hormuz Navigation Security Initiative General Studies Paper II: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, India confirmed joining a UK-France led maritime initiative to ensure uninterrupted navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, amid rising regional tensions in West Asia. Highlights of UK-France led Hormuz
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Global Power Alliance BRICS General Studies Paper II: Important International Institutions, Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Russian President Vladimir Putin is confirmed to attend the 2026 BRICS summit in New Delhi this September, marking a significant visit aimed at strengthening ties with India. India holds the BRICS
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ISRO Reports 1.5 Lakh Satellite Collision Alerts in 2025 General Studies Paper III: Space Technology & Related Challenges Why in News? According to the Indian Space Situational Awareness Report (ISSAR), ISRO reported over 1.5 lakh satellite collision alerts in 2025, highlighting severe orbital congestion due to rising satellites and space debris. Highlights of Indian
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